Middle East

Caught in-between a complex geo-political situation and rising terrorist threats, the Middle East region has witnessed growing instabilities over the past decade.

The long-lasting conflicts in Iraq and Syria have created an overwhelming and enduring humanitarian crisis, which has resulted in the displacement of millions of people within national borders or to neighbouring countries. The continuous flow of refugees escaping violence in the context of the Syria crisis is bringing the neighbouring countries close to a dangerous saturation point, with millions of people living in camps with very limited access to basic resources.

The blockade of Gaza and the occupation of the West Bank have provoked an ongoing crisis with increased vulnerability and isolation of the affected populations.

Yemen – one of the poorest countries in the world – is plagued with political instability, armed conflicts, and chronic under-development. It has been classified by the UN as a Level 3 emergency – the most severe, large-scale humanitarian crisis.

The frequent breaches of International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights Law undermine the safety of civilians and humanitarian workers alike, and make it harder for international humanitarian organisations to reach the most vulnerable populations.